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Friday, September 25, 2026
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Slovakia is grappling with escalating economic concerns as fuel prices reach historic highs, with diesel now the most expensive since 2009 and premium fuels exceeding 2 euros per liter. This comes amidst warnings of a looming energy crisis, with gas prices doubling and predictions that Slovakia will be five times more severely affected than Western Europe by rising costs for heating, electricity, and food.
Adding to the financial instability, the government is accused of risking a constitutional crisis by not submitting a balanced budget, potentially leading to legal challenges for the state budget. Meanwhile, allegations of torture at a police station have surfaced, and a former company owner suspected of fraud is reportedly holding positions on multiple supervisory boards and Eximbank.
In a brighter development, Slovak cyclist Viktória Chladoňová clinched a world championship gold medal in the women's U23 road race in Montreal, bringing a moment of national pride. Political debate continues, with Igor Matovič, a Member of the National Council, making comments about Milan Mazurek, a Member of the European Parliament.
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Slovakia is experiencing historic spikes in fuel prices, with diesel reaching its highest point since 2009 and premium gasoline surpassing 2 euros per liter. This surge coincides with warnings of a new energy crisis, where gas prices have doubled, and Slovakia is anticipated to face a disproportionately severe impact on heating, electricity, and food costs compared to Western Europe.
Aktuality.sk:
Fuel Prices in Slovakia Break Records: Diesel Highest Since 2009 (+ graphs)
Fuel prices in Slovakia are reaching historic highs, with diesel being the most expensive since 2009 and premium fuels exceeding 2 euros per liter, according to an analysis with graphs.
Pravda:
New Energy Crisis Looms: Gas Prices Double, Slovakia Faces Worst Impact in…
A new energy crisis is expected to cause heating, electricity, and food prices to rise, with Slovakia predicted to suffer five times more severely than Western Europe.
TA3:
Slovak Diesel Prices Reach Record Highs, Gasoline Surpasses 2022 Levels
Diesel fuel prices in Slovakia are breaking historical records, reaching the highest point since 2009, while gasoline prices have also exceeded their summer 2022 levels.
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The government is under scrutiny for allegedly risking a constitutional crisis by failing to submit a balanced budget, which could lead to legal challenges concerning the state's financial plan.
Aktuality.sk:
Government Risks Constitutional Crisis Over Billions of Euros: Will the State…
The government is accused of risking a constitutional crisis by not submitting a balanced budget, raising questions about whether the state budget could face legal challenges.
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A report from Nitra details alleged police torture of an individual named Lukáš, who has since been released from prison. Separately, an investigation reveals that a former company owner suspected of fraud holds multiple positions on supervisory boards and Eximbank, raising concerns about oversight.
SME:
Torture Lasted Three Hours, Said Lukáš. He Is Now Home from Prison and Has an…
A report from Nitra details the alleged torture of an individual named Lukáš at a police station, who has since been released from prison and placed under house arrest.
SME:
Former Company Owner Suspected of Fraud Sits on Three Supervisory Boards and…
An investigation by Nadácia Zastavme korupciu reveals that a former owner of a company suspected of fraud holds positions in three supervisory boards and Eximbank, raising questions about oversight.
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Branislav Jendroľ, Director of the Client Services Section at Dôvera health insurance company, confirmed that existing contracts with doctors will not be terminated following the merger with Union, aiming to maintain stability in healthcare provision.
Aktuality.sk:
Contracts with Doctors Will Not Be Terminated, Says Branislav Jendroľ from…
Branislav Jendroľ from the Dôvera health insurance company states that existing contracts with doctors will not be canceled following the merger with Union.
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A political debate saw Igor Matovič, a Member of the National Council, comment on Milan Mazurek, a Member of the European Parliament, regarding his suitability as a dictator and referencing the 'Republika' party's stance on COVID-19 measures and MiG jet donations. Concurrently, an analysis examines a law that has caused division within the Slovak opposition.
TA3:
Slovak Politicians Debate Political Figures and COVID-19 Measures
A political figure, Matovič, commented that a politician named Mazurek would be a perfect dictator in North Korea, and also referenced the 'Republika' party's stance on COVID-19 measures and the donation of MiG fighter jets.
Aktuality.sk:
The Law That Split the Opposition: Have They Learned?
An examination of a law that has caused division within the Slovak opposition, questioning whether they have learned from the political fallout.
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A remarkable video has captured significant attention, showing an unusually large group of 26 bears in a field near Očová, sparking discussion and interest.
Pravda:
Unusual Sight: 26 Bears Counted in a Field Near Očová, Video Causes Stir
A remarkable number of 26 bears were observed in a field near Očová, with a video of the event generating significant attention and discussion.
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